Career Plan for Engineering Students
Career Plan for Engineering Students
Personalized career planning can be the best way to get motivated, get prepared and become successful at finding a job after college.

This link contains suggestions for the next few years to prepare for success after graduation.
Technical Resume Guide
A good resume is a vital part of your job search. Resumes are helpful in applying for Technical Resume Guide part-time jobs, internships, coops, scholarships, and graduate school as well as fulltime positions.

Click here for guidelines that will help you prepare a well-written, effective resume.
Salary Statistics 2007-2008
Career Services keeps statistics on job offers for OU students. Here are the average full time salaries for individual majors in the College of Engineering.

Aerospace Engr. $59,857
Chemical Engr. $64,688
Civil Engr. $45,500
Computer Science $67,333
Electrical Engr. $52,124
Environmental Engr. $57,000
Industrial Engr. $55,590
Mechanical Engr. $60,275

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Interview Stream

Interview Stream is an interactive, online, video-based, interviewing tool, which uses a webcam to record your practice interview. This tool provides feedback and tips on not only verbal performance, but non-verbal behavior and communication. For more information visit Our Services on the Career Services homepage.

Career Planning Class
Date:
The Fall 2008 ENGR 3510 sec. 100 class starts on August 25th and ends October 3rd. ENGR 3510 is a M,W,F class that meets from 12:30-1:20pm.
Description:
Dear College of Engineering Student:

How much do you know about the job search process? Would you like your resume and cover letter to stand out against your fierce competition? Do you want to learn how to polish your interviewing skills? Would you like to have the chance to talk to people in your field of study? If you answered yes to any of these questions, ENGR 3510 Career Planning for Engineering Students is the class for you! This class offers an over of the career planning process for engineering students including self-assessment of individual qualifications, interests, and goals. Job search skills such as resume and cover letter writing development and the interviewing process will also be discussed.

Career Services will bring the industry leaders from various engineering and business fields to talk about a wide range of topics. Expanding on the basics will give you an edge over the competition. ENGR 3510 will explore career opportunities beyond graduation, as well as help you develop and improve your job search strategy. Enroll online at enroll.ou.edu.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Have a great day! (F, Sp)
For more information, contact:
Brent Thompson
Job Search Websites

Career Services has a large list of specialized job search websites that can help you find a job in the Engineering field.

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HIRESOONER

HireSOONER Registration is free for all students. Registration gives you full access to premium features including your resume in the Resume Books, applying for On-Campus Interviews, access to information on over 5,000 employers who recruit at OU, Folio 21, Online Job Board and more...

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Going Global

Going Global contains more than 10,000 resources for finding employment in the US and abroad. Developed by a worldwide team of career specialists, the following things, and many more, are covered regarding each country:

  • Job Search Resources
  • Employment Opportunities and Trends
  • Business Resources and Networking Groups
  • Work Permits and Visa Regulations
  • Cost Of Living and Compensation Information

  • Visit Our Services on the Career Services homepage to learn more.